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Summertime is here, and while we’re all out having fun in the sun with family and friends, snack time seems to turn into a routine when school’s out. Before you reach for the bag of Cheetos or grab an ice cream sandwich for your children to snack on during the day, we want to give you plenty of healthy, low-cost recipes that contain easy-to-find ingredients. And yes, we even mean for snacks, too!

Thanks to our partners at Brighter Bites, we have two refreshing salsa recipes for you to try, that you can also meal prep! So, when you open up the fridge, you have the direct ability to grab a healthy option.

Razzle Dazzle Rainbow Salsa

Average Cost of Recipe: $4.41

 

 

 

 

 

The more color in your food, the more nutritious! The Razzle Dazzle Rainbow Salsa recipe makes four servings and is only 113 calories, full of fresh ingredients with low sodium. Just prep all the ingredients and mix it in a bowl. Refrigerate and serve with tortilla chips or put it on top of chicken or fish at dinner time for a healthy sauce!

Watermelon Salsa

Average Cost of Recipe: $3.31

 

 

 

 

 

Nothing says summer like watermelon! This extremely simple recipe serves four and is only 47 calories per serving. Just mix all the ingredients in a bowl and serve with chips, or on top of salad, chicken, or fish! This versatile snack is the definition of health–and it’s super refreshing after a long day in the sun.

It’s Time Texas recommends eating everything in moderation in order to live a healthy lifestyle. We’re kicking off a “Sweet Summer Habits” Campaign, which encourages healthy habits throughout the summer, such as physical exercise and eating healthily! We want everyone to have fun in the sun while staying hydrated and feeling good. Keep an eye out on our blog and other channels for more health-conscious recipes, tips, and more!

*Note: Thank you to Brighter Bites for sending us this recipe as part of our Sweet Summer Habits campaign.